Among the many great qualities of entrepreneurs is their ability to look at things long term. It’s called vision, and it’s a powerful thing.

You also need to crush your short-term objectives.

I recommend using the scrum methodology to help you manage your work. A more simple approach is to set seven-day goals. As quickly as possible, knock out all the short-term goals that lead you to your long-term vision.

2. Recruit cheerleaders.

If you don’t have a group of people cheering you on, you’re going to burn out. One of the only reasons that I recovered from a major burnout when I was 21 was because I absolutely loved my people. I knew that when I walked in that office in the morning, I was going to be energized and encouraged by the people on my team.

It’s so important.

If you’re driving at this entrepreneurship thing on your own, you’re going to hit rock bottom at some point. Find people — friends, family, teammates, colleagues, beer buddies, classmates, church friends, whoever — and ask them for encouragement.

You’re going to need it.

3. Get organized.

One common malady of the entrepreneur is the chaos syndrome. The business is hurtling along so fast, things are breaking, people are complaining, and you can’t find your dang login information for that software!